The German 6th Fallschirmjäger Regiment fought in Normandy from June 6 until July 30 under the command of Colonel Friedrich von der Heydte. They continued fighting in the defense of Carentan and through the hedgerows, battling until the survivors were relieved at the end of July. John McGuckin will cover the organization, unit history, uniforms, and weapons of this typical German paratroop regiment circa the summer of 1944.

Lunchbox Lectures are free and open to the public on every first and third Wednesday of the month. For more information call 504-528-1944 x 463.

The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world - why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today - so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.